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William Johnstone Milne | |
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| Born | 21 December 1892 Cambusnethan, Wishaw, Scotland |
| Died | 9 April 1917 (aged 24) near Thelus, Vimy Ridge, France |
| Allegiance |  Canada |
| Service | Canadian Expeditionary Force |
| Years of service | 1915–1917 |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | 16th Battalion, CEF |
| Battles / wars | First World War |
| Awards | Victoria Cross |
William Johnstone Milne VC (21 December 1892 – 9 April 1917) was a First World War Canadian soldier. Milne was a posthumous recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces. He received the VC for his actions at the Battle of Vimy Ridge on 9 April 1917.